High cholesterol doesn’t come with symptoms, but it can still be a serious risk to your health. Cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins are commonly prescribed to bring your numbers back down into a healthy range and protect your heart. Read More.
There’s a budget-friendly fruit in season right now that’s bursting with nutrients, low in calories and might just be the secret weapon your immune system and skin need this winter.
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Losing weight is challenging, and many people turn to weight-loss supplements to help achieve their goals. Unfortunately, many supplements marketed for weight loss don’t do what they promise—and may even work against your goals. Read More.
It gets more complicated once you start focusing on specific nutrients. Striking the right balance of protein, fiber, carbohydrates, healthy fats like omega-3s, vitamins, and minerals can feel like a full-time job.
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Many of us are reaching for healthy foods, such as extra veggies and whole grains, once the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s. But there can be too much of a good thing, as some seemingly “good for you” foods could be secretly sabotaging your health if you consume too many. Read More.
We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. While there’s some debate about whether it’s really worthy of that honor, it does make sense to optimize your first meal of the day. For people who want to lower their cholesterol and improve their heart health, breakfast is a great place to start. Read More.
Nearly half of U.S. adults say starting a new diet is one of their New Year’s resolutions, according to a new Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine/Morning Consult survey. Read More.
Meta-analysis of studies involving over 65,000 people showed only ‘high risk’ individuals saw benefits from cutting saturated fats from diets, scientists say.
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Adding to the growing body of research that proves our microbiome is a powerful ally in fighting disease, scientists have found that an easy-to-get nutrient in our food causes our guts to produce powerful insulin-regulating compounds. Read More.
There are several modifiable risk factors that can help a person possibly lower their high blood pressure risk, such as eating a heart-healthy diet. Read More.
Most Americans already consume too much added sugar—to the tune of about 17 teaspoons per day—which is linked to higher risks of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and poor sleep. Read More.
Scientists looking to tackle our ongoing obesity crisis have made an important discovery: Intermittent calorie restriction leads to significant changes both in the gut and the brain, which may open up new options for maintaining a healthy weight.
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Many multivitamins promise to cover at least 100% of your daily needs for over 20 different nutrients. However, it's usually best to prioritize food sources for your nutritional needs. Read More.
